Defiant Mike Johnson refuses to blame Donald Trump for midterm rout

WorldPolitics
10 Nov 2026 • 3:26 PM MYT
The Independent
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Defiant Mike Johnson refuses to blame Donald Trump for midterm rout

  • House Speaker Mike Johnson criticized Americans for making the wrong choice after Republicans suffered massive losses in the midterm elections.
  • Democrats gained a decisive House majority by picking up 44 seats while also securing key Senate seats and historic governorships.
  • Speaker Johnson warned that Democratic control of the House over the next two years will result in chaos and a circus.
  • Voter polls highlighted widespread dissatisfaction with the economy and President Donald Trump's military action against Iran.
  • After the election defeat, President Donald Trump named Stephen Miller as his new chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles.

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